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The Red Dragon

Name: The Red Dragon
Director: Phil Rosen
Genre: Mystery
Released: 1945-01-01
Duration: 64 min
Cast: Sidney Toler, Fortunio Bonanova, Benson Fong, Robert Emmett Keane, Willie Best

1945Dir. Phil Rosen1h 4m

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About This Movie

The Red Dragon is a curious little mystery from 1945 that takes a rather unique approach to its narrative. Directed by Phil Rosen, the film immerses you in a shadowy world where suspects in a stolen atomic bomb formula case start turning up dead. What's truly intriguing here is the method of murder—bullets that aren't fired from conventional firearms. The atmosphere is thick with tension, and the pacing keeps you guessing. The performances, while not always nuanced, have a certain charm that draws you in. It's all about the twists and the strange, almost surreal way danger lurks. Plus, the practical effects, especially for the time, add a layer of authenticity that makes this one stand out in the genre.

Unique murder method.Interesting take on post-WWII fears.Notable practical effects for the era.